BREAKING: Russia Issues International Arrest Warrant for Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Over Terrorism Facilitation Charges
Russia has escalated its legal pressure on Telegram founder Pavel Durov, with the Federal Security Service (FSB) formally…
“Stop Branding All Fulani as Criminals!” – Sultan of Sokoto Fires Warning, Vows to Flush Out Bandits, Terrorists from Enclaves
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has issued a strong call to Nigerians, urging them to stop labelling kidnappers, bandits and terrorists as “Fulani herdsmen,” insisting that criminals...
COAS Approves GOCs for Newly Established Nigerian Army Divisions, Expands Operational Footprint
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the appointment of General Officers Commanding (GOCs)…
BREAKING: UK Court Jails Nigerian ‘Sexual Predator’ Obinwa Obichukwu for Two Years Over Assault at Euston Station
A Nigerian man, Obinwa Obichukwu, has been sentenced to two years in prison in the United Kingdom after…
Fubara Has No Choice But to Bow – Wike Welcomes Rivers Governor Back to the Fold: “We Accept His Surrender”
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has formally welcomed Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara back into his political camp, declaring…
No More Fanta for Your In-Laws: Sokoto Hisbah Bans Soft Drinks, DJs, Wazigidi Music at Weddings – “It’s Un-Islamic”
The Sokoto State Hisbah Board has banned the long-standing marriage practice that requires prospective grooms to present soft…
Yoruba Author Tomi Adeyemi Cuts Ties with ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Film: “I Will Not Watch It”
Yoruba author Tomi Adeyemi has publicly distanced herself from the upcoming film adaptation of her bestselling novel Children…
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BREAKING: Tinubu Snubs South African Delegation Over Xenophobic Attacks – Demands Compensation, Ratification of Key Agreement Before Any Talks
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has dealt a heavy blow to diplomatic relations with South Africa by refusing to…
BREAKING: House of Representatives Orders IGP to Produce Self-Acclaimed Fake Agency DG, Adeyemi Adeniyi, Within 48 Hours
The House of Representatives has ordered the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to produce the self-acclaimed Director-General of…
Seven-year-old Yoruba Child Artist Kendis Receives ₦2.5 Million, Full Scholarship Over Yayi’s Portrait
Seven-year-old artist Kendis has been rewarded with a ₦2.5 million cash prize and a full scholarship up to…
Yoruba-Born Nigerian Author Lola Shoneyin Elected Fellow of UK’s Royal Society of Literature
Yoruba-born Nigerian author and publisher Lola Shoneyin has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature,…
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Nigerien Army foils terrorist attack in Tillabéri, destroys two kamikaze drones
The Nigerien Army has repelled an attack by an armed terrorist group in Bouloundjounga village, Tillabéri Region, Niger…
NDLEA declares ‘developers’ drug kingpin Nnamuka Uchenna, Ekechi Franklin, Nnamuka Ifeanyi and Emmanuella Chinoso wanted, freezes N9.8bn linked to syndicate
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared alleged drug kingpin Nnamuka Uchenna and three of his…
SECURITY ALERT: Local reports indicate that a black helicopter was sighted over Egbe in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State before flying towards the forest corridor connecting Yagba West with Danikun in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State.
The reports allege that the aircraft is being used to supply armed groups operating across parts of Kogi,…
BREAKING: Gbajabiamila Files N15bn Defamation Suit Over Alleged N27.3bn Grant Kickback Claim
Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has filed a N15 billion defamation suit against Prince Adeniyi…
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Column: Class Will Always Take Care of Its Own. By Bolarinwa Ayoola
A few weeks ago, I participated in a discussion on a WhatsApp group dedicated to political discourse. The…
OPINION BY JAMIU AJIBOYE OWOLABI: S.L. Akintola: A Victim of Military Coup
“Yoruba Ronu” is a powerful phrase that has travelled across generations in Yorubaland. It is both a warning…
Trump Approves Free Entry for Americans to Over 110 Tourist Sites in 2026 Under ‘America-First’ Policy
December 7, 2025By Ayinde Adeleke U.S. President Donald Trump has approved a new entry-access policy that will grant…
OPINION BY ADEMOLA ADEKUSIBE: How Other Regions Are Quietly Arming Themselves Due To The Southwest’s Economic And Political Influence
By Ademola Adekusibe In Nigeria today, calamity has become an almost constant companion. Violence, abduction, and terror are…
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BREAKING: Tinubu’s Economic Miracle: Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves Hit $51.86 Billion, Highest in 17 Years – Surpasses CBN Target
Nigeria’s foreign reserves have climbed to $51.86 billion, marking their highest level in more than 17 years and…
DAWN Commission Partners EOYNA to Drive Diaspora Investment into Southwest
The Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN) Commission has entered into a strategic partnership with Egbe Omo Yoruba…
Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Gantry Price to N1,175 Per Litre
The Dangote Refinery has reduced its petrol gantry price to N1,175 per litre, a move expected to ease…
Ondo State Set for Industrial Revolution as Dangote Unveils Nigeria’s Biggest Industrial Free Trade Zone
By Ademola Adekusibe15 June, 2026 The President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has reaffirmed plans to…
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Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa Rewards Outstanding Students, Teachers with Cash, Employment
Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has honoured outstanding students, teachers, and NYSC award recipients, rewarding academic excellence…
University of Ibadan Appoints Professor Peter Olamakinde Olapegba as 14th Substantive Vice-Chancellor
The Governing Council of the University of Ibadan has appointed Professor Peter Olamakinde Olapegba as the institution’s 14th…
YORUBA EXCELLENCE SHINES AS EKITI AND KWARA STUDENTS LEAD TEAM NIGERIA TO GOLD AT 2026 SPELLING BEE WORLD CUP IN SHANGHAI
Nigeria has recorded a major breakthrough on the international academic stage as students from Ekiti and Kwara States…
At 64, Yoruba Man John Adesoye Makes History as Newly Registered Nurse in UK – A Testament to Yoruba Resilience
John Adesoye, a 64-year-old Yoruba man, has achieved a major milestone after qualifying as a registered nurse in…
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Super Falcons Dazzle in Matching Adire Attire as WAFCON 2026 Preparations Intensify in Morocco
The Super Falcons have stepped out in style as they continue their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa…
Spain Wins 2026 World Cup with 1-0 Extra-Time Victory Over Argentina
Spain secured their second World Cup title on Sunday, defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a tense final…
Argentina Stun England with Two Late Goals to Reach World Cup Final
Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in a dramatic World Cup semi-final, with Lautaro Martinez heading…
BREAKING 🌍⚽: 9 of 10 African Teams Advance to the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, the Highest of Any Confederation
Africa leads all confederations with 9 of 10 teams reaching the Round of 32 at the FIFA World…
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Amuwo-Odofin Farmers Rejoice as Prince Lanre Sanusi Flags Off Fertilizer Distribution Under Renewed Hope Agenda
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Amuwo-Odofin Chapter, has distributed…
Nigeria, Brazil Strengthen Ties: Talks on Yoruba Traditional Medicine, Human Milk Banks in Rio
Nigeria and Brazil have deepened their cooperation following high-level discussions in Rio de Janeiro, where Yoruba traditional medicine…
BREAKING: Wanted Soldier Arrested for Supplying Military Accoutrements to Terrorists in North-East
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a soldier declared wanted by the Nigerian Army over his alleged…
APC Unveils National Campaign Council for Osun Governorship Election, Hope Uzodimma to Lead
The All Progressives Congress has announced the composition of its National Campaign Council and sub-committees for the Osun…
NDLEA Arrests Balogun Market Trader Onuigbo Ndubisi Chinedu Over Attempt to Smuggle 3.30kg of Cocaine to UK
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 55-year-old clothing trader, Onuigbo Ndubisi Chinedu,…
TYF, IDERA Environmental Sanitation Corps Join Lagos Monthly Sanitation Exercise in Amuwo-Odofin
Think Yoruba First, through its IDERA Environmental Sanitation Corps, joined forces with partners for the Lagos State monthly…
BREAKING: Tinubu Approves Expansion of Nigerian Army to 12 Divisions, Recruitment of 28,000 Personnel
President Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army’s structure from eight to twelve divisions, along…
BREAKING: House of Reps Passes Executive Bill on State Police with 311 Votes
The House of Representatives has passed the executive bill seeking to establish state police services, with 311 lawmakers…